This one-year award is designed to support makers working in all disciplines to develop their craft and business.
Awards and bursaries
Arts Scholars Charitable Trust Bursary
About
What's included?
- Subsidised studio space for a year within the creative community at Cockpit London
- With an anticipated start date between July-September
- Business and professional development including on-site coaching, workshops and seminars
- Networking, selling and promotional opportunities, including twice-yearly Open Studios
- Opportunities to collaborate with other craftspeople in the Cockpit community
- Financial contribution required by makers: £1500 (£125/month)
Who can apply?
Individuals who work in the decorative arts at a key early stage of business are eligible to apply.
About The Worshipful Company of Arts Scholars
The Worshipful Company of Arts Scholars is one of the livery companies in the City of London. It provides grants and awards in the areas of fine and decorative arts, antiques and antiquities, also arts education, restoration and conservation.
About Awards & Bursaries at Cockpit
All awards and bursaries at Cockpit include studio space, business support and membership of a vibrant craft community, giving successful makers the space and time to develop their profile, grow their business or practice, and increase profitability. We are looking for applicants who demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit, creative excellence and highly developed craft skills.
We particularly encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in craft including non-graduates, disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people, and people from Black, Asian and Global Majority backgrounds. We welcome applicants from a range of educational backgrounds and there is no minimum formal qualification for this programme.
Please note:
- You will be responsible for arranging and paying for your own public liability insurance (minimum £5m) and contents insurance before the start date.
- You need to be entitled to remain in the UK for the period of the Award. Cockpit is unable to sponsor or support visa applications.
- You must be committed to taking up the award and completing our Business Incubation programme.
